System Administrator

Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association is seeking a System Administrator who wants an exciting work atmosphere and to be a part of a team dedicated to exceptional service.

The System Administrator works under the direction of the Technology Director to support and maintain all technology equipment networks and assets. This includes installing configuring diagnosing repairing and upgrading hardware and software while ensuring its optimal performance. This position is part of a team and is expected to act as a self-starter taking ownership of moderately complex systems and projects. The System Administrator contributes to system improvements automation efforts and modernization initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Administers enterprise server infrastructure both physical and virtual. Installs configures monitors maintains and troubleshoots hardware and software components across all platforms to maximize uptime ensure greatest possible cybersecurity posture and optimize overall system performance; handles all standard and complex issues.
• Maintains Hyper-V virtualization environments including host configuration virtual machine lifecycle management performance optimization and troubleshooting; owns all standard operational processes.
• Implements manages and secures enterprise-wide cybersecurity tools and controls including vulnerability scanning data backup and recovery firewalls IDS/IPS log monitoring VPN data encryption email protection and antivirus technologies in alignment with established security architecture policies and industry standards.
• Operates and supports cloud infrastructure and services such as Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS). Responsibilities include provisioning resources managing access and security monitoring usage and costs and assisting with cloud migration and integration projects.
• Administers Microsoft 365 services including Entra ID Exchange Online SharePoint Online Teams; IAM security/compliance settings and licensing.
• Evaluates tests and assists with the implementation of AI agents or automation tools to improve monitoring documentation operational efficiency or end-user support; develops scripts and workflows.
• Leads and manages moderately complex IT infrastructure projects including planning implementation testing documentation and post-implementation support; drives modernization initiatives within assigned areas.
• Administers network infrastructure (switches/routers/firewalls/WLAN controllers/APs); monitors troubleshoots performs firmware updates and implements configuration changes to maximize uptime and security.
• Provides Tier 2 and Tier 3 support and problem identification and diagnosis of end user desktops laptops mobile devices peripherals and associated software and applications; owns problems through resolution; updates knowledge base and provides user training.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in information technology or related field or any equivalent combination of experience education and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described required. Industry certifications such as CCNA MCSE CompTIA Network VCP or CISSP are highly desired.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of progressive experience in a Systems Administration-related field is required.
• Experience working with the technologies outlined in the job functions section and within a holistic cybersecurity program. Demonstrates familiarity with modern AI tools and platforms including Microsoft Copilot and AI-enabled workflows. Experience working in the utility industry and administering NISC enterprise software is beneficial.

We are proud to offer acompetitive wage and benefit packageto include:

• Medical prescription and dental insurance with 100% employer paid premiums
• 401(k) with base and matching contributions/defined benefit pension plan
• Holistic wellness program
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays vacation and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement

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